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The importance of the board of directors cannot be overstated. What are their functions, responsibilities and duties? See our guide.

What can your organization do to simplify board meetings for your members? See the common frustrations from boards and how technology can help.

Is your board meeting preparation as efficient as it could be? Chances are, there are at least a few parts of the board meeting preparation process that your board could improve upon.   From automating your board meeting agenda creation, to creating an online forum for directors to collaborate, here are our top six tips to help make your board meeting preparation more efficient with board portal software. Tip #1: centralize all logistical

Both a board of trustees and a board of directors have specific duties and responsibilities to their organizations. Often the terms are used interchangeably, but there are important differences between the two. Read on to see how they’re legally different and their unique roles. What is a board of trustees? A board of trustees is similar to a board of directors but is more commonly found in private organizations. In non-profit organizations,

Board diversity has been a hot topic for years, but the reasons are stacking up to make 2021 a year to make board diversity a requirement. Investors are pushing for more action on board diversity. In December 2020, the Nasdaq Stock Market filed a proposal to encourage greater board diversity and enhanced diversity disclosures. Plus, research continues to show diverse boards tend to have improved financial performance. Most boards understand the benefits

When the COVID-19 pandemic took hold in the spring of 2020, it forced boards to work remotely, changed how board of directors behave and communicate, and ultimately reshaped board governance. With remote working arrangements and virtual meetings here to stay, how do boards stay on top of modern board governance in this new era of digital transformation? Here’s some best practices to consider. Best practices to incorporate into your modern board governance